Nasdaq Embraces Tokenized Stocks with Chainlink at Center
Nasdaq Embraces Tokenized Stocks with Chainlink at Center
📈 Nasdaq goes onchain
Nasdaq's tokenization move signals a global shift to bring all assets onchain, with Chainlink positioned as the key infrastructure provider.
Key developments:
- Chainlink Co-Founder Sergey Nazarov met with SEC Chairman Paul Atkins to discuss scaling the U.S. tokenized asset economy
- Focus areas include reliable onchain data, cross-chain interoperability, and automated compliance
- Chainlink partnered with Intercontinental Exchange (NYSE parent) to bring FX and precious metals data onchain
Industry momentum building:
- Major banks and market infrastructure providers already trust Chainlink
- Platform powers majority of DeFi and now expanding into traditional finance
- Nasdaq CEO Adena Friedman publicly discussed the tokenization announcement
This represents a generational paradigm shift as traditional financial markets embrace blockchain technology. Chainlink serves as the bridge connecting legacy systems with onchain infrastructure.
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